For generations, locals have gathered along the waterfront at Woody Point to fish from the jetty, watch the sun set across Moreton Bay, and enjoy the sea breeze that has long defined life on the Redcliffe Peninsula. Soon, there will be something new to enjoy.
A new beach is set to take shape beside Crockatt Park at Woody Point, adding a fresh stretch of sand to one of the Peninsula’s most loved foreshore areas. While the project is being delivered as part of a major seawall upgrade designed to protect the coastline from erosion, the most visible change for residents will be the creation of a new beach.
From Seawall Project to Seaside Destination
Construction crews are already on-site near the TS Moreton Cadets, kickstarting the Crockatt Park Seawall Upgrade. While civil engineering rarely captures the public’s imagination, this project is a rare exception.
Instead of just leaving behind concrete, crews will be dropping around 2,000 tonnes of sand to craft a 60-metre stretch of beach.
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It’s a rare transformation. While new playgrounds and pathways pop up across the Peninsula from time to time, entirely new beaches are a collectors’ item. This project cleverly balances vital coastal protection with public enjoyment, creating a spot to sit by the bay, let the kids paddle, or simply watch the tide roll in.
The upgraded seawall will stretch 331 metres between the Woody Point Jetty and the boat ramp, built with a lifespan of 100 years to future-proof the coast against erosion and wild weather.
Designing for Everyone
A great foreshore should be enjoyed by everyone, which is why the design focuses heavily on modern accessibility. The upgrade will feature:
- A new staircase equipped with sturdy handrails to assist those with ambulant disabilities.
- Tactile shoreline features specifically designed to improve navigation for blind or low-vision visitors.
These thoughtful touches ensure the new coastline isn’t just resilient, but genuinely welcoming to every member of the community.
What to Expect Over the Next Two Years
Good things take time, and this coastal makeover is a long-term investment. Construction will roll out in sections to minimise disruption, with the final reveal expected in mid-2027.
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“It’s not often you can say a new beach is on the way, so this is a very exciting project,” Mayor Peter Flannery said.
“This will be a great addition to City of Moreton Bay, already home to 16 beaches from the ever-popular Suttons Beach at Redcliffe to the golden and glistening Woorim Beach at Bribie Island.”
For regular walkers and Crockatt Park visitors, the landscape will look a little busy for a while. But by the time the fences come down, the Peninsula will have a whole new space to gather, relax, and connect with the water.
If all goes to plan, by mid-2027, the perfect afternoon at Woody Point is going to get even better.
Published 2-June-2026
